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Dear New Boat Owner, On behalf of every employee at Key West Boats, we are pleased to welcome you to the Key West Family! For over 25 years, Key West Boats has continuously set new standards in safety, construction, and design. Our skilled team, from our laminators and riggers to our sales and engineering department, are dedicated to every boat we build and we are constantly working to improve our product.
Fuel System The 244CC is equipped with a single, 140 Gallon, pressurized fuel tank. The tank is of Polyethylene construction and is insulated with foam during the construction of the boat. The tank is located under the center floor board of the boat. There is a sending unit installed in the tank. Inspection ports in the deck and head compartment provide access to tank fittings.
Raw Water System The 244CC features a raw water system for the two transom livewells and the raw water washdown system. The 244 features two high speed venturi pickups for raw water intake. Each pickup incorporates a seacock. Before using the boat, it is important to Raw Water Supply note the location of the seacocks and the means to achieve access to them.
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Raw Water System Troubleshooting Pickup(s) is blocked and is preventing water from reaching the pumps. Put boat in reverse to clear the intake. If Baitwell and/or Raw Water Pumps Run, but do not pump water problem persists, do not continue to operate pumps. Clean intake when boat is out of water to remove debris •...
Fresh Water System The 244CC features a fresh water system for the standard fresh water washdown and an optional hard top misting system. Fresh water is stored in a 15 gallon tank located in the aft bilge directly behind the aft fuel tank bulkhead. Access to the tank is achieved through the aft Fresh Water Supply bilge access hatch.
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Fresh Water System Troubleshooting Water Tank is empty. Fill the Tank Fresh Water Pump Runs, but does not pump water Intake hose from the tank to the pump is damaged causing the pump to suck air. Check Hose • Strainer is clogged. Clean Strainer •...
Drainage System All water in the 244CC is drained either via gravity or pump. It is either drained directly overboard or to the aft bilge where it can be drained out either General Overview via the garboard drain plug or the bilge pump. It is important to check the drainage system frequently to verify water flows freely, hoses are secure and there are no leaks.
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Floor Drain Overview Two of the most important pieces of equipment on your 230BR are the cockpit floor drains as their operation is integral to your safety on the water. At 1-1/2” in diameter, they are designed to allow massive quantities of water to leave the cockpit of your boat in a very short period of time in the event of a swamping or extreme down flooding event.
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Drainage System Troubleshooting Blue Intake screen on bottom of pump is clogged with debris. Clean Intake Screen Reduction in water flow from bilge pump(s) Voltage to the pump is low. Check for corrosion and loose connections. Check battery Voltage • Discharge hose is blocked or kink.
Electrical System The 244CC is equipped with a 12V DC Electrical system that can be equipped with an optional AC battery charger. General Overview Boats rigged for single engine installation and do not have battery selector switches installed will be rigged to use x1 Group 27 battery for both the engine, house and windlass systems.
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Electrical System As an option, a battery selector switch can be installed. The battery selector switch is installed on the starboard side of the console. The battery switch Battery Selector Switch (Optional) – Single Engine 244CC provides power to the engine and 12V accessories. The switch is a dual circuit switch and has 4 positions (OFF, 1, 2, Both). This allows power to be supplied by either battery 1, battery 2, or both simultaneously.
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Electrical System If your 244CC is installed with an optional canvas T-Top or Fiberglass Hardtop, it will be rigged with spreader lights and additional courtesy lights. Optional T-Top/Hardtop These lights are controlled by switches located on the port side of the electronics box. A Fuse block with ATC fuses is installed inside the electronics box to provide overcurrent protection.
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